Hello. I have just realized that the sticky "honeydew sap" dripping from my Star Magnolia tree may actually be "Magnolia scale". The branches have a fuzzy white mold on them. Some of the leaves are turning yellow and the branches look thinner than usual. I've owned my home for 6 years and the tree is approximately 16' tall. I have never had any issues with the tree since owning the home. It's a beautiful tree that is growing just a few feet from my house. It provides shade and of course the beautiful white blooms in the spring. My question is how do I treat it? After researching a lot of websites, I know that if I don't treat it soon, it will kill my tree. Also, the honeydew sap is drawing ants and bees along with making the ground below it quite sticky. I would like to know the quickest way to treat this infestation and save my tree! Thank you in advance for you help! Kris